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Maintenance Schedule - 2001 - A8, S8

Audi A8 · 1997–2003

Applies to: MY 2001: Audi A4, Audi A4 Avant, Audi S4, Audi S4 Avant, Audi allroad quattro, Audi A8, Audi S8, Audi TT


Abstract: Factory recommended maintenance intervals for applicable MY 2001 Audi vehicles.

Audi - MY 2001 Maintenance Schedule

ALL Models Miles (x1000)

5

10

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

90

100

105

110

120

                                       Kilometers (x1000)

8

16

32

48

64

80

96

112

128

144

160

170

180

192

Engine Oil - change 

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Engine Filter - replace

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Service Reminder - reset 

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Wheels - rotate

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Fluid Levels - check

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Auto-Shift Lock - check

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Brake System - check

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Manual Trans - check shift and
 clutch interlock


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Cooling System - check level

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Exhaust System - check

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OBD - check DTC memory

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Door Hinge Mechanism - lubricate


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Battery - check level

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W/W System - check, add fluid

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Wheels/Tires/Spare - check condition,
 pressure


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Drive Shafts - check boots

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Road Test

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Lights - check

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Engine - check for leaks

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Front End - check dust seals,
 ball joints, tie rod ends


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Haldex Clutch-change oil & filter*

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Transmission - check for leaks

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Trans Final Drive (man/auto) - check lubricant

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m

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m/a

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m

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m/a

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m

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m/a

Dust/Pollen Filter - replace

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Head Lights - adjust

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Sliding Roof - clean, lubricate rails

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Power Steering Fluid - check

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Air Cleaner - replace element

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Spark Plugs - replace

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V-Belt - replace**

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Ribbed Belt - replace 

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Timing Belt - inspect****

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Timing Belt - replace***

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Timing Belt Tensioner Roller - replace*****

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* TT quattro

** 1.8L Turbo

*** 1.8L, 2.7L V6 and 4.2L V8

**** A4, TT 1.8L every 40,000 miles

***** 2.8L V6

Brake Fluid-replace every 2 years, regardless of mileage

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